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Thanks to $250 million in federal relief COVID-19 funding, several of the planned improvement projects at state parks are getting underway this spring and summer.

Some state parks will experience temporary closures this spring and summer as they undergo improvements.

Woodall's Campground Magazine Post-Pandemic, Mich. State Parks Remaining Busy Industry News

ENVIRONMENTAL BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP: State and private partnerships and sponsorships could help parks and meet other environmental needs while boosting the economy. We talk to DNR officials, the …

Governor Gretchen Whitmer first announced the plans for the park in March of 2022."Weve come quite a ways since we had the announcement with the Governor," said Ron Olson, chief

Camping interest has grown since the pandemic and is staying strong, Michigan officials say. 

CAMP: The pandemic spurred more campers to head to the state campgrounds. The popularity peaked last year but as Covid restrictions become more relaxed, people still are seeking campsites. We …

DNR chief Ron Olson said that the department has gotten the necessary permits to remove four spillways in the river.

Citing health conditions or concerns, some campers wish to be given options away from campfire smoke.

Given improvements in electric motors, boats can handle larger lakes, but the trend has other benefits as well.